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Fairfield Halls, Croydon, UK. South London's premier arts, entertainment and conference centre. This is our Winter brochure featuring great music, drama, comedy, dance, cinema, live transmissions and our ever-popular Christmas panto. This year we have Snow White starring Gareth Gates.

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Welcome to our December / January / February Diary.Welcome to our Christmas and Winter programme. Our brand newdigital cinema means that great films are back on the big screen alongwith some of the best live transmissions from the Royal Opera Houseand elsewhere. We have the best Pantomime in the South (our patronssay so!) and also a new Santa Claus adventure for our very youngpatrons. Add to this great music, comedy and drama including theamazing Birdsong in February. You can see everything at our brand newwebsite at www.fairfield.co.uk. Have a great festive season!

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Tuesday 16 December 7.15pmROH - The Royal Ballet presents Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

Thursday 22 January 7pmNT - Treasure Island £10*

Wednesday 11 February 7pmRSC - Love’s Labours LostFrom Stratford-Upon-Avon

Tuesday 24 February 7.15pmROH - The Royal Opera presents Der Fliegende Hollander

Wednesday 4 March 7pmRSC - Love’s Labours WonFrom Stratford-Upon-Avon

Sunday 22 March 2pmROH - The Royal Ballet presents Swan Lake

Wednesday 1 April 7.15pmROH - The Royal Opera presents The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny

Tuesday 5 May 7.15pmROH - The Royal Ballet presents La Fille Mal Gardée

Wednesday 10 June 7.15pmROH - The Royal Opera presents La Bohème

Wednesday 1 July 7.30pmENO - Carmen by BizeFrom the London Coliseum, £12*

Sunday 5 July 2pmROH - The Royal Opera presents Guillaume Tell

Wednesday 22 July 7pmRSC - The Merchant of VeniceFrom Stratford-Upon-Avon

Forthcoming Live Transmissions From the Royal Opera House (ROH),The English National Opera (ENO),The National Theatre (NT) and RSCin our new Digital Cinema.

Tickets £15 except where stated.*

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Friday 7 November 7pmWhat We Did On Our Holiday

Sunday 16 November 3pmPudsey The Dog: The Movie

Tue 18 & Wed 19 November 7pmPride

Sunday 30 November 2pmThe Royal Opera presents L’Elisir d’Amore£15

Monday 1 December 7pmBefore I Go to Sleep

Wednesday 3 December 7pmMatthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty£10

Sun 7 Dec 3pm & 7pm, Mon 8 Dec 7pmMagic in the Moonlight

Wednesday 17 December 7pmQueen Rock MontrealThe Original 1981 Concert MovieRemastered £10

Thu 18 & Fri 19 December 7pmThe Book of Life

Monday 22 December 7pmThe Hunger Games:Mockingjay Part 1

Saturday 3 January 3pmGone Girl

Fri 9, Sun 11, Sat 17 & Sun 18 January 3pmPaddington, Cert TBC

Fri 9, Sun 11, Sat 17 & Sun 18 Jan 7pmMr. Turner

Friday 16 January 7pmThe Rolling Stones Crossfire Hurricane £10

Friday 24 & Saturday 25 January 7pmMy Old Lady

Sat 24 & Sun 25 January 3pm,Wed 28 & Fri 30 January 7pmThe Penguins of Madagascar

Thursday 12 February 7pmJeff Wayne’s Musical Version ofThe War Of The Worlds Alive On Stage£10

Saturday 7 March 2.30pm & 7pmBanff Mountain Film Festival£13.50, Concessions £11.50

Sunday 15 March 3pmOrlando Bloom’s Romeo & Juliet£10

Tickets are £7.50, Concessions £7, except where stated.

Fantastic films coming to our new digital cinema. With the largest screen in Croydon and amazing surround-sound. Don’t forget you can take your drink in with you at our cinema!

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With songs, stories,a meet and greetwith santa and a

free gift!

FOR OUR YOUNGER AUDIENCE... A BRAND NEW SHOW!

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Friday 28 November - Wednesday 24 December - THE STUDIOSANTA CLAUS AND THE MAGICAL CHRISTMAS JOURNEY

A brand new Christmas adventure with songs, stories, a meet and greet withSanta and a free gift!

The producers of last year’s record-breaking Santa Claus and the Christmas Adventure aredelighted to launch the new Studio at Fairfield Halls with their brand new Christmasextravaganza. With songs, nursery rhymes and magic, the enchanted Santa Claus and theMagical Christmas Journey flies into Croydon!

It’s Christmas Eve, and Santa Claus is flying high above the clouds delivering presents to all thegood boys and girls around the world. Hiding in the back are two naughty elves, Charlie andKara, who have snuck on board for the ride!

All is well until suddenly, just as Santa Claus flies high above Croydon, the Sat Nav goes haywireand breaks leaving him stranded without his list of postcodes to deliver presents to! With the clockticking and morning fast approaching it’s down to Charlie, Kara and Muffin the bear to come upwith a clever plan to save Christmas.

A truly unforgettable experience which includes the magical moment when snowflakes fall overthe audience - a guaranteed white Christmas at every show! As anadded treat, all of the good boys and girls in the audience will meetSanta after the show and receive a special present of their own.

This is one Christmas delight you won’t want to miss!

For all children ages 2+

www.santaclausonstage.com

★★★★ mumsnet.com/whatsonstage.com

Adults £12.50 & £14.50, Children £10 & £12.50, Family Ticket £40 & £49, Groups of 10+/Schools £8 (£1.50 booking fee per ticket, reduced to £1 per ticket if paying in person, in cash)

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Monday 1 December 7pm - CONCERT HALLBEFORE I GO TO SLEEPDirected by Rowan Joffé, 2014. Starring Nicole Kidman, Colin Firth and Mark Strong. A woman wakes up every day,remembering nothing as a result of a traumatic accident in herpast. One day, new terrifying truths emerge that force her toquestion everyone around her. Based on S.J. Watson’sinternational bestselling novel. £7.50, Concessions £7

Tuesday 2 December 1.05pmARNHEM GALLERYSARAH BETH BRIGGSGramophone magazine commented in January 2014 thatinternational concert pianist Sarah Beth Briggs 'holds her own withmany of the illustrious names on disc' while International RecordReview said she gave 'performances of real stature where thepianism is first rate'. A popular recitalist, concerto performer andrecording artist who is well known to Fairfield audiences, Sarahreturns with a programme of Beethoven, Debussy and Chopin whichwill include music from her CD due for release in December 2014.£5, ShowCard £4.50

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CINEMAWednesday 3 December 7pmCONCERT HALLMATTHEW BOURNE’SSLEEPING BEAUTYFilmed at the BristolHippodrome

Following a sell-out UK tourMatthew Bourne’s brand-newproduction, Sleeping Beauty, iscoming to cinemas for the first time.

The story begins in 1890 at thechristening of Princess Aurora, atime when fairies and vampires fedthe imagination, before movingforward in time to the modern day.

A sumptuous, gothic fairy tale witha twist on the classic story,Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beautywill delight dance fans of all ages.

£10

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Wednesday 3 December 8pm - THE STUDIOCRAIG CAMPBELL’S THRILLING MIC HUNTInternationally acclaimed Canadian stand-up Craig Campbell bringshis brand new show Thrilling Mic Hunt to Fairfield Halls following ahugely successful Autumn run. Craig has supported Frankie Boyle ontwo sell-out national tours, has performed smokin' sets on RussellHoward’s Good News, One Night Stand and Michael McIntyre’sComedy Roadshow and has more recently been touring the criticallyacclaimed 2012 Edinburgh show Return of the Lumberjacks alongsidefellow Canadians Stewart Francis and Glenn Wool. A formidableforce, Craig never fails to impress with his high octane, charismaticperformances and hilarious anecdotes. ‘One of the most skilledstorytellers and jokesmiths on the circuit’ Chortle. £17.25

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Winner 'Best Opera Award' LiverpoolDaily Post

Fri 5 December 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLPUCCINIMADAMA BUTTERFLY

Featuring The Chisinau PhilharmonicOrchestra with international soloists.Starring the beautiful KoreanSoprano, Elena Dee.

Back by overwhelming demand, thisaward-winning opera tells theheartbreaking story of the beautifulyoung girl who falls in love with anAmerican naval lieutenant. Set in aspectacular Japanese garden,highlights include the HummingChorus and the moving One Fine Day.Sung in Italian with English surtitles.

£25, £31 & £36

Coming soon...VERDI LA TRAVIATAThursday 5 March 2015, 7.30pm

Starring Elena Dee and Alyona Kistenyova. Featuring The Chisinau Philharmonic Orchestra.

Sung in Italian with English surtitles.

Book now to see La Traviata at Fairfield Halls this March!

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Friday 5 December - Sunday 4 JanuaryASHCROFT THEATRESNOW WHITE AND THESEVEN DWARFS

Don't miss our hilarious, fun-packed,family pantomime, Snow White and theSeven Dwarfs starring pop icon and WestEnd superstar, Gareth Gates andCroydon’s favourite Dame, Quinn Patrick.Once again, the show will be written byPaul Hendy and produced by Evolution,the same team that brought you last year'sbox office smash hit, Peter Pan.

With comedy, singing, dancing, audienceparticipation and stunning sets andcostumes, this year's Ashcroft Theatrepantomime promises to be our mostmagical pantomime ever! Tickets areselling fast so book now for the funniestand most spectacular show of the year!

Dec 5 Fri 1.30 7.006 Sat 1.00 5.007 Sun 3.00 6.308 Mon No Performances9 Tue 1.30 7.0010 Wed 1.30 7.0011 Thu 10.30 7.0012 Fri 1.30 7.0013 Sat 1.00 5.0014 Sun 3.00 6.3015 Mon No Performances16 Tue 1.30 7.0017 Wed 1.30 7.0018 Thu 10.30 7.0019 Fri 1.30 7.0020 Sat 2.30 7.0021 Sun 3.00 6.3022 Mon 2.30 7.0023 Tue 2.30 7.0024 Wed 11.00 2.3025 Thu No Performances26 Fri 2.30 7.0027 Sat 2.30 7.0028 Sun 3.00 6.3029 Mon 2.00 5.3030 Tue 2.00 5.3031 Wed 2.00

Jan 1 Thu No Performances2 Fri 2.00 5.303 Sat 2.00 5.304 Sun 3.00

Red performances:All Tickets £17

Thereafter all performances:Adults: £21, £26, £30

Children/Seniors: £21, £22, £25Schools/Brownies/Cubs: £13.50(Restricted performances)

Family Ticket: £91

Groups: Buy 10 Get 1 Free,please call 020 8603 3973

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Saturday 6 December 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLHANDEL’S MESSIAH - Croydon PhilharmonicChoir 100th Anniversary Birthday ConcertFeaturing the London Mozart Players withguest singers and soloistsThe Croydon Philharmonic Choir is celebrating its 100th year with aperformance of Handel's Messiah, which the choir performed at its firstconcert in 1914, just after the outbreak of the First World War. In2014, the Croydon Philharmonic Choir is proud to perform Messiahwith former members of the choir and members of other Croydonchoirs. Adults £10, £18 & £20, Under16s £10. Plus LMP Friendsreceive a 10% discount. Please call Box Office for more information.

Sunday 7 December 6pm - ARNHEM GALLERYKEEP IT MOVING… THE DANCE SHOWCASE It’s that time of year again when award-winning dance companyThe Movement Factory hosts Keep it Moving… The DanceShowcase at Fairfield Halls. This year’s show will be hosted bydance entrepreneur Kymberlee Jay and includes well knowndance acts from popular dance talent shows such as Sky 1's Got to Dance and ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent. Lots of dance fun instore for all! £12, Early Bird £10

Sunday 7 December 3pm & 7pm,Monday 8 December 7pm - CONCERT HALLMAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT Directed by Woody Allen, 2014. Starring Colin Firth,Emma Stone and Marcia Gay Harden. Set in the1920s on the opulent Riviera in the South of France,a master magician is called upon to expose a psychicmedium as a fake. However the accuracy of herpredictions and her beguiling character cause themagician to question his own scepticism as he beginsto fall in love with the young clairvoyant. £7.50, Concessions £7

Tuesday 9 December 2pm - CONCERT HALLSARA MINELLI Prize-winning flautist Sara Minelli is highly regarded as a solointerpreter, equally at home with classical repertoire or the fearsomecomplexity of contemporary composers such as Brian Ferneyhough.Sara is in high demand as a solo performer and has playedextensively in the UK and Italy, performing at many prestigiousfestivals and venues. Today’s lunchtime concert will see Saraperform a selection of works for the solo flute from classical andcontemporary classical repertoire. £5, ShowCard £4.50

DANCE

CINEMA

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Friday 12 December 8pm - CONCERT HALLBRIT FLOYD - Discovery World Tour

Having performed to over one million fans around theworld, Brit Floyd returns to Fairfield Halls. Discovery isa stunning three-hour chronological musical journeyspanning the entire recording career of Pink Floyd from1967 - 1994.

This brand new show will capture all your favouritemoments as well as a few lesser known gems, from oneof the most outstanding and enduring back cataloguesin the history of recorded music. Featuring thetrademark Pink Floyd arch and circle light show, BritFloyd’s musical performance will also be accompaniedby amazing original video and brand new animation,inspired by the timelessly brilliant artwork designs oflongtime Pink Floyd collaborator Storm Thorgerson.

£31.75 & £41.75

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Wednesday 10 December 7.30pmCONCERT HALLNICOLA BENEDETTIappears with The Benedetti,Elschenbroich and Grynyuk Trio

Violin Nicola BenedettiCello Leonard ElschenbroichPiano Alexei Grynyuk

BEETHOVEN Piano Trio in B flat major, Op. 97 ‘Archduke’

TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Trio in A minor, Op. 50

Violinist Nicola Benedetti, cellist Leonard Elschenbroichand pianist Alexei Grynyuk are leading soloists of theirgeneration performing as a trio regularly at a host ofprestigious venues worldwide. Performing two stellarworks of the chamber music canon, their collectivemusicianship and technical brilliance are sure to shine brightly.

£13, £15 & £18 (£2.25 booking fee per ticket, reduced to£1 per ticket if paying in person, in cash)

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Saturday 13 December 7.30pmCONCERT HALLROYAL PHILHARMONICORCHESTRAJohn Rutter’sChristmas Celebration

Conductor John RutterOrgan James McVinnieChoir London Youth Choir

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra andthe inimitable John Rutter are delighted toreturn to Fairfield Halls for a Christmasextravaganza that is not to be missed.Kick-start the celebrations with a night offestive favourites, sing-along carols and aselection of John Rutter’s magnificentmusic that has delighted audiencesacross the world.

£8 - £30

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Tuesday 16 December 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLTRINITY MUSIC ACADEMYTrinity Music Academy makes a welcome return to Fairfield followingtheir impressive debut last season. The Academy, based at TrinitySchool, has set new standards in coaching and performing for young,gifted students and this lunchtime's concert will showcase a variety ofinstruments and outstanding repertoire including works by Chopin,Liszt and Prokofiev. £5, ShowCard £4.50

Mon 15 Dec 7.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREJETHRO - The Legend at Large Tour Cornish comedy legend Jethro is back, as large as life and ontour in 2014 with his very own unique brand of irresistibleWest Country tales for a fun-filled night of adult comedy.Jethro promises more tear-jerking, farcical stories featuring hisold mates Denzil and Slip Along Trevaskis, as well as hilarioustales from his extensive repertoire and his successful career inTV and theatre. Cornwall’s best-loved comic takes a veryalternative look at life - in only the way he can! ‘Jethro is a stand-up legend’ The Express. £22.25

CLASSICAL

LUNCHTIME CONCERT

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Wednesday 17 December 2.30pm & 7.45pm ARNHEM GALLERYAS TIME GOES BY - CODACODA who brought you Old Time Music Hall are back with afantastic new line-up in their latest show. As Time Goes By is atimeline of songs and sketches running from 1910 through to the1950s. Each decade will see iconic idols and memorable momentsin time brought to life, including the World Wars, the RoaringTwenties, Fred and Ginger, Vera Lynn, Rogers and Hammersteinand many more. There’s something for everyone in this excitingvariety show. £10

Wednesday 17 December 7pm - CONCERT HALLQUEEN ROCK MONTREAL The Original 1981 Concert Movie RemasteredQueen Rock Montreal, an iconic concert movie from one of theworld’s greatest bands, is often described as one of Queen’s all-timebest performances. Recorded live at Montreal’s Forum in 1981, it wasthe first time a band had filmed an entire show in full cinema format35mm. Now the original footage has been remastered in Ultra HDwith superb surround sound to create the best ever cinema eventexperience for Queen fans. Showcasing a theatrical and brilliantlyentertaining performance in its full pixel-sharp glory, the concertfeatures many of their favourite hits including We Will Rock You, WeAre The Champions, Another One Bites The Dust, BohemianRhapsody, Crazy Little Thing Called Love and more. £10

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Tuesday 16 December 7.15pm - CONCERT HALLTHE ROYAL BALLET PRESENTSALICE’S ADVENTURES INWONDERLANDLive Transmission from theRoyal Opera House

Christopher Wheeldon’s ballet based on LewisCarroll’s book is an exuberant piece ofstorytelling featuring an instantly recognisablecast of characters, among them a tap-dancingMad Hatter, a tetchy White Rabbit and araucously bad-tempered Queen of Hearts.

While regular ballet goers can appreciate nods toother famous works - there’s a parody of the RoseAdagio from The Sleeping Beauty, for example, with jam tarts instead of flowers - the ballet is aboveall a brilliant realisation of Carroll’s zany dreamworld featuring stunning choreography, a colourfulscore and ingenious stage magic. £15

LOCAL ARTS

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Thursday 18 December 8pm - THE STUDIO

Headline - Phil Wang, Host - Mark Smith, Support - Omar Hamdi.Experience the best stand-up the UK has to offer on the comedy circuit.Featuring Phil Wang (Winner of the 2010 Chortle Student Comedian of theYear Award and Comedy Central's Funniest Student Award 2011) andOmar Hamdi (recently supported Russell Kane on tour), hosted by MarkSmith... get to see these talented ones before they rise to stardom!

ARE YOU THE NEXT STAND-UP STAR?Do you think you are funny? Can you make your mates laugh? We arelooking for local comedy talent. You will need 5 minutes of material to perform in front of an audienceand a panel of judges. Winners will then be selected to appear alongside established comedians at oneof our Comedy Network events. Interested? Then email [email protected] for more details.

£12. Food available, bar till late. Half price drinks beween 7pm - 8pm. Plus live music from ourresident DJ Fonky-e, playing 80s Groove, Soul, Reggae, Funk & Soulful House. Please call 020 8603 3973 for more information on our fantastic group deals! (Offers not available online)

Thursday 18 & Friday 19December 7pmCONCERT HALLTHE BOOK OF LIFEDirected by Jorge R. Gutierrez,2014. Starring Zoe Saldana,Channing Tatum and Ron Perlman.Follow the journey of Manolo, ayoung man who is torn betweenfulfilling the expectations of hisfamily and following his heart.Before choosing which path tofollow, he embarks on anincredible adventure that spansthree fantastical worlds where hemust face his greatest fears.

£7.50, Concessions £7

COMEDY

Volunteer at Fairfield Halls

Please call 020 8603 3963 for detailsabout our Corps of Stewards

Our new comedy cabaret!

Presented byFood available

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Monday 22 December 7pm - CONCERT HALLTHE HUNGER GAMES:MOCKINGJAY PART 1Directed by Francis Lawrence, 2014. StarringJennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and LiamHemsworth. The story finds Katniss Everdeen inDistrict 13 after she shatters the games forever.Under the leadership of President Coin and theadvice of her trusted friends, Katniss spreads herwings as she fights to save Peeta and a nationmoved by her courage. £7.50, Concessions £7

Saturday 20 December 7.30pmCONCERT HALLFRANK SKINNERMan in a Suit Tour

Frank Skinner is back on the road withhis critically acclaimed new stand-uptour Man in a Suit. The star of thepopular hit TV series Room 101, The Frank Skinner Show, FantasyFootball League and Baddiel & SkinnerUnplanned joins us at Fairfield for aspecial night of comedy this December.Tickets are going fast, so book soon toavoid disappointment!

‘Exquisite and surprising… highlyaccomplished and very funny’ The Independent

‘You could put Skinner down in front ofany audience at any time and he wouldhave it in stitches’ The Guardian

‘Man in a Suit sees the crown princeof laddism grow up’ Metro

£27.50 (£2.25 booking fee per ticket,reduced to £1 per ticket if paying in person,in cash).

COMEDY

CINEMA

‘A beautifully crafted return to stand-up’

The Evening Standard

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Saturday 27 December 3pm - CONCERT HALLJOHANN STRAUSS GALA40th Anniversary Celebration

Starring Rainer Hersch, sparkling soprano Kristy Swift, theJohann Strauss Dancers in glorious costumes of the period andthe Johann Strauss Orchestra.

Imagine a ballroom, the guests have arrived and thecelebration is about to begin... the candelabra twinkle, theconductor taps his baton, the dancers take their partners andthe orchestra plays a sparkling assortment of much-lovedmusic. This is Raymond Gubbay’s Johann Strauss Gala, theshow that has enchanted audiences across the UK and Irelandfor 40 years with its whirls and twirls, billowing gowns andgraceful elegance. Irrepressible showman Rainer Herschguides you, with a dash of comedy, through this frolickingshow filled with music, laughter and dance. Much-lovedfavourites include:

The Blue Danube WaltzRadetzky MarchEmperor WaltzThunder & Lightning PolkaLaughing SongRoses from the South Waltz

Plus many more of your favourite waltzes and polkas from the Strauss family and friends.

£22.25, £29.25 & £32.25 Groups of 10+ receive a 20% discount

Tue 6 January 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLANGELA BROWNRIDGEAngela Brownridge has performed in major venues worldwide and hasbeen described as ‘one of the world's finest pianists’ by the New York Times.Angela will perform some of the greatest works by the composers featured inher lunchtime concert. Beethoven's Appassionata Sonata is the mostinnovative and dramatic of Beethoven's middle period and Liszt’s PetrarchSonnet 104 is one of his most beautiful and poetic pieces. Chopin’s SonataNo. 2 shows the composer at the height of his dramatic and lyrical powersand contains the famous Funeral March as its third movement.£5, ShowCard £4.50

LUNCHTIME CONCERT

CLASSICALRaymond Gubbay presents

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Tuesday 13 January 1.30pm & 7.30pm,Wednesday 14 January 10am & 1.30pmASHCROFT THEATRESHAKESPEARE 4 KIDZA Midsummer Night’s DreamThe Bard’s comedy gets an actor-musicianmakeover in a dazzling version that hasproved a huge hit every time it has toured.

Who can resist the story of a Duke marryinghis Amazonian queen, two sets of lovers whorun away into the woods where we findBottom and his funny friends rehearsing aplay, feuding fairies and a naughty spritecalled Puck, whose mismanaged magiccauses no end of merriment? With the play’smost famous lines woven into easy-to-understand modern language, S4K’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is enchantingentertainment for people of all ages and theperfect introduction to Shakespeare. Ages 5+

Adults £20, Children/Schools £12, plus buy10 tickets and get the 11th ticket free

Saturday 10 January 3pm - CONCERT HALLAMERICAN SUPERSLAM WRESTLING American Superslam Wrestling returns to Fairfield once againwith another action-packed, two-hour family event. All StarWrestling have proudly presented wrestling at Fairfield for over30 years, bringing the very best wrestling events to Croydon.Book now to secure your ringside seat. Adults £15, Children £10Special offer: Two children under 12 go free with every paidadult ticket! Please visit or call the Box Office to book.

Tue 13 Jan 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLSIMON DESORGHER AND SALLY MAYSDebussy, Prokofiev, Purcell, Mozart and ScarlattiSimon and Sally always take their flute and piano concerts to new realms ofsound! This one is no exception with a creative reworking of Debussy’sfabulous late Cello Sonata recomposed for bass flute and piano. New kindsof tonguing and harmonics recreate the pizzicato and double stopping of thecello. Purcell’s Canon from Dioclesian is played with a computer to createthree flutes from one instrument. The concert ends with Prokofiev’s magnificentFlute Sonata brought into the 21st century with new sounds.£5, ShowCard £4.50

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Friday 16 January 7pm - CONCERT HALLTHE ROLLING STONES CROSSFIRE HURRICANEThe Rolling Stones are to be chronicled in a kaleidoscopicnew film, Crossfire Hurricane, which documents the keyperiods of their career and their incredible adventures.Directed by Brett Morgen, the film features historicalfootage, much of it widely unseen, and commentary fromMick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Woodand former Stones Bill Wyman and Mick Taylor. Periodinterviews, extensive live performance material and newsarchive footage will complete the documentary, whichtakes its title from the opening lines of Jumpin' Jack Flash.£10

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Thursday 22 January 7.45pm - ASHCROFT THEATREELKIE BROOKS LIVEIN CONCERT

Elkie Brooks is quite simply one of the mostsuccessful and popular singers the UK hasever produced. Now in the 5th decade ofher career, she is still proving to be one ofthe most powerful and versatile vocaltalents of our generation. With numeroushit singles, million-selling albums andawards, her annual tours are treat forfans old and new.

Performing some of her classicblues and jazz hits, an electricevening with Elkie is guaranteed toleave you begging for more.

2012 saw the release of Elkie’smuch anticipated autobiographyFinding My Voice and a re-release ofher highly acclaimed album Powerless.Elkie is a stunning performer and whatever shedoes, she does it best live. Don't miss thechance to see a truly great artist in action.

‘Still one of the great British voices’ The Guardian

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Thursday 22 January 7pm - CONCERT HALLTREASURE ISLANDLive Transmission from the National TheatreRobert Louis Stevenson’s story of murder, money and mutiny isbrought to life in a thrilling new stage adaptation by Bryony Lavery,broadcast live from the National Theatre. It’s a dark, stormy night.The stars are out. Jim, the inn-keeper’s granddaughter, opens thedoor to a terrifying stranger. At the old sailor’s feet sits a huge seachest, full of secrets. Jim invites him in and her dangerous voyagebegins. Suitable for ages 10+. Tickets £10

Friday 23 January 7.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREONLY FOOLS AND BOYCIEAn Intimate Evening with Only Fools and Horses Actor John ChallisEnjoy an intimate evening with John Challis, one of the nation'sgreatest comedy actors, best known as Boycie in BBC1's Only Foolsand Horses. In this one-off show the national treasure will revealsecrets from the set with stories and anecdotes from his dazzlingcareer. Mr Challis will also meet fans after the show to signautographs and pose for pictures, while signing copies of hisautobiography, Being Boycie, and his novel, Reggie: A Stag at Bay.£17.25

Tuesday 27 January 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLCLARE DENIZ AND ALAN BROWNBeethoven and Rachmaninov Sonatas Cellist Clare Deniz and pianist Alan Brown have combined to makea dynamic and exciting duo. They have performed at many venues,including The Pound Arts Centre near Bath, Cheltenham Town Halland at various other music societies. Today’s Lunchtime Concert is amarvellous opportunity to hear two wonderful duo sonatas written bytwo great composers, Beethoven’s No. 2 Op. 5 and Rachmaninov’sOp. 19. £5, ShowCard £4.50

Friday 23 January 7.45pm - CONCERT HALLTHINK FLOYD LIVE IN CONCERTThis extraordinary show is renowned for its stunning celebration of oneof the world's greatest musical phenomena. Now in their 20th year,Think Floyd have managed to faithfully recreate all the atmosphere,visual magnitude and musical excellence of Pink Floyd live on stage. It'sno wonder they have long been regarded as The UK's finest tribute toPink Floyd! The brand new Think Floyd production for 2014 featuresthe whole range of classic Pink Floyd from early Syd Barrett, throughDark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here to The Division Bell.Complete with an impressive laser light show, this is a must-see for allPink Floyd fans! £22.25

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Wednesday 28 January 7.30pmASHCROFT THEATREPAUL CARRACKRain or Shine Tour

Legendary Sheffield-born singer,songwriter and former frontman ofAce, Squeeze and Mike & TheMechanics, returns to FairfieldHalls following his widelyacclaimed recent album releaseRain or Shine, which features amix of new original songs andclassic tracks.

With a back catalogue of hits tohis name including How Long,Tempted and The Living Years,Paul’s marvellously soulful voice is known to millions around the world.

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MUSICTuesday 27 January 7.30pmASHCROFT THEATRERUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC Rumours of Fleetwood Mac return toFairfield Halls to present a spectacular newstage production celebrating the music ofthe legendary rock supergroup FleetwoodMac. Their new show will showcase andcelebrate in meticulous note-for-note detail,all the classic hits from one of the mostoutstanding and enduring catalogues in thehistory of recorded music, and a legacy ofblues, rock and pop classics that madeFleetwood Mac the icons of the musicindustry they are today.

Replicating perfectly the power and subtlety of Fleetwood Mac at their brilliant best, let timeless classicssuch as Black Magic Woman, Albatross, Go Your Own Way, Dreams, Gypsy, Sara, Oh Diane, Little Liesand many more, take you on a nostalgic evening of breathtakingly outstanding musicianship.

£24.75 & £34.75

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Thu 29 Jan 2.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATRETHOSE MARVELLOUS MUSICALSWest End SongbookThe West End Songbook company return once again with asuperb new show, Those Marvellous Musicals. Croydonfavourites Barrie Stacey and his wonderful West End Singersperform many of your favourite songs from musicalsincluding Singing in the Rain, Les Miserábles, Oklahoma,My Fair Lady, Mamma Mia, Wicked and many more. Asalways, meet the cast after the performance for autographs. £14.25, plus buy 10 tickets and receive the 11th ticket free

MUSICThursday 29 January 7.30pm CONCERT HALLJOE LONGTHORNE IN CONCERT

Joe's repertoire of voices is endless andincludes hundreds of the world's topsingers, however, he is perhaps bestknown for his impersonation of ShirleyBassey who has commented, ‘Joe can dome better than I can do myself’.

During his career, Joe has received goldand platinum discs for his albums, enjoyedsell-out concerts at the Royal Albert Hall, aswell as touring Australia several times.Now, Joe is looking forward to newchallenges, new songs to sing and newaudiences to thrill.

£21.75 & £24.75

Fri 30 January 7.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREJUKE BOX JIVEThe Rubettes Featuring Bill HurdThe Rubettes were one of the most original bands of the 70sGlam-rock era, with their infamous white caps and a uniqueDoo-Wop/Rock ‘n’ Roll style. From their classic million-sellingdebut single Sugar Baby Love, the band went on to sell over 30million records worldwide, with hits including Juke Box Jive,Tonight, I Can Do It and many more. Today the legend lives onwith the Rubettes featuring Bill Hurd! Come along to relive andenjoy those unforgettable hit sounds and much more. £22.25

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Friday 30 & Saturday 31 January 7.30pm - THE STUDIOSHACKELTON’S CARPENTERStarring Malcolm Rennie (ITV’s Mr Selfridge). Shackleton's Endurance sankin Antarctica, leaving ‘The Boss’ and his crew of 27 stranded. HarryMcNish, Shackleton’s carpenter and brilliant shipwright, challenged TheBoss, but went all the way with him, ensuring all lives were saved after ajourney universally agreed to be the most astonishing voyage of survival inhistory. Presented by New Vic Productions in association with EastbourneTheatres. £17.50, Concessions £13.50

Sunday 1 February 3pm - CONCERT HALLLDN WRESTLINGLDN Wrestling is back by popular demand, returning to FairfieldHalls with another explosive evening of top wrestling action!Featuring the top stars of LDN, including the popular championTravis, the Duke of London Jonathan Hardwick and northernsensation Andy O’Sullivan. LDN Wrestling is the ideal place tocelebrate a birthday, with the opportunity of VIP back stage passes tomeet the stars at the end of the show. If you haven’t been before thengive it a try, as we guarantee that the kids will be talking about it forweeks afterwards. Adults £14.25, Children £12.25, Family Ticket £49

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Monday 2 February 7.30pmCONCERT HALLTHE COMMODORES - Featuring Thomas McClary

The Commodores made their mark on music history when the group signed with MotownRecords in 1972. They wrote many iconic songs and performed to packed arenas, evenopening for The Rolling Stones. After a hiatus, original founding member Thomas McClary isonce again touring with The Commodores.

The Commodores featuring Grammy-nominated Thomas McClary arebringing their Motown sound to anew generation of fans, performinghits including Brick House, Easy,Nightshift and Three Times a Lady,as well as the new single Mr.Cool Breeze. Get ready to partywith the legends of Motown!

‘The Commodores songs andour love of music live on’Thomas McClary

£32.25

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Tuesday 3 February 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLSOUNDS POSITIVEMembers of the dynamic and versatile ensemble Sounds Positivereturn to Fairfield Halls with a mixed programme of British musicfrom the Baroque period to the present day, including a selectionof pieces from Purcell's The Fairy Queen, Avril Anderson'sBehind Bars and David Sutton-Anderson's Reflections andEchoes. Today’s lunchtime concert will feature Simon Desorgheron flutes, Melanie Henry on saxophones, Chris Snead ontrumpet, Alan Tomlinson on trombone and Sally Mays on piano. £5, ShowCard £4.50

Wed 4 February 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRARachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 2

Conductor Alexander ShelleyPiano Alessio Bax

GLINKA Russlan and Ludmilla Overture RACHMANINOV Piano Concerto No. 2BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5

‘Alessio Bax made his first entry and it was clearwithin minutes that here at last was a pianist with thestyle, the sound, the breadth of technique and, aboveall, the ability to listen and participate in aspontaneous give-and-take interpretation.’The Times

With glorious melodies, extensive lyricism and divineharmonies, it’s no wonder Rachmaninov’s PianoConcerto No. 2 is known as the greatest andrecreating these memorable moments is the youngvirtuoso Alessio Bax. A dazzling curtain raiser andanother Russian masterpiece, Glinka’s whirlwindOverture to Russlan and Ludmilla has an excitingcombination of earthy exuberance and heroic feeling.Alexander Shelley, a remarkable young conductor,leads the orchestra through this concert full of energyand splendour. We end with Beethoven’s legendaryFifth Symphony, a work that changed the face ofmusic forever with its famous opening four-note motif.

£8 - £30

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Wed 4 - Sat 7 February 7.30pm, Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREBIRDSONG

Marking the 100th anniversary of the First World War, Birdsong is the hit, critically acclaimed stage show based on the world famous novel by Sebastian Faulks.

In pre-war France, a young Englishman Stephen Wraysford embarks on a passionate anddangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down. As thewar breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnageof the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep underground. Facedwith the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his worldexplodes around him.

Birdsong is a mesmerising story of love and courage, set both before and during The GreatWar. Following on from the 2013/14 National tours, seen by over 130,000 people, now it isyour chance to experience this stunning piece of theatre live on stage.

Wednesday - Thursday £21.25, £24.25 & £27.25, Friday & Saturday £25.75 & £29.25,Schools £12.25, plus buy 10 tickets and receive the 11th ticket free.

Twitter @Birdsongthetour Facebook Birdsongthetour www.birdsongthetour.com

‘Moving, gripping,dramatically electrifyingand outstanding.’★★★★ The Times

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Wednesday 11 February 7pm - CONCERT HALLTHE ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANYPRESENTS LOVE’S LABOURS LOSTLive Transmission from Stratford-Upon-Avon

Summer 1914. In order to dedicate themselves to a lifeof study, the King and his friends take an oath to avoidthe company of women for three years. No sooner havethey made their idealistic pledge, the Princess of Franceand her ladies-in-waiting arrive, presenting the men witha severe test of their high-minded resolve.

Shakespeare's sparkling comedy delights inchampioning and then unravelling an unrealistic vow,mischievously suggesting that the study of the oppositesex is in fact the highest of all academic endeavours.

£15

Tue 10 Feb 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLALEXANDER KARPEYEVAlexander Karpeyev has been a major prizewinner in manyinternational competitions and won first prize at the 2007 DudleyInternational Piano Competition and the Norah Sande Award 2008.Alexander has given recitals in major venues in the UK and abroad,performing in Belgium, Greece, Japan, Poland, Russia, Spain,Switzerland and the United States. Today’s programme will featuresonatas by Beethoven and Medtner. £5, ShowCard £4.50

Thu 12 February 7pm - CONCERT HALLJEFF WAYNE’S MUSICAL VERSION OFTHE WAR OF THE WORLDS ALIVE ON STAGERecording of the Live Concert at London’s O2 ArenaJeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds - Alive onStage! The New Generation is coming to the big screen for the firsttime. This stunning musical multi-media production, filmed atLondon's sold-out O2 Arena, features the holographic and filmedperformance of internationally acclaimed actor Liam Neeson asGeorge Herbert, The Journalist. Liam interacts with a stellar cast onstage, including Jason Donovan, Marti Pellow, Kerry Ellis, KaiserChiefs’ Ricky Wilson, Jett Black’s Will Stapleton and 45 musiciansconducted by Jeff Wayne. £10

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Saturday 14 February 1pm & 3.30pmASHCROFT THEATRETHE LITTLE MERMAID The Little Mermaid follows the dreams of a young girl who believesthere is something more for her out of the water. Of course there’s ahandsome prince, an evil baddie and bucket loads of laughs alongthe way. With stunning scenery, eye catching costumes, music andloads of audience participation, this show makes for a thoroughlyentertaining family day out. Adults £13.50, Children/Seniors£11.50, Family Ticket £46

Saturday 14 February 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLVALENTINE CLASSICSCroydon Symphonic Orchestra Conductor - Darrell Davison, Piano - Masayuki Tayama. CelebrateValentine’s Day with a musical feast of Romantic Classics featuringTchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet, Saint-Saens’ Samson and Delilah,Glinka’s Russlan and Ludmilla and the beautiful waltzes from Strauss’ Der Rosenkavalier as well as Rachmaninov’s dramatic 3rd PianoConcerto. Sponsored by Pi Consulting this concert is raising funds for thecharity International Needs. £13 & £16

Sunday 15 February 5pm - ASHCROFT THEATRETHE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZBlue Star Productions presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Toldin pantomime style, this captivating shows tells of the adventuresof Dorothy and her friends The Scarecrow, The Tin Man, and TheCowardly Lion on their way to meet the Wonderful Wizard ofOz. You can even meet the cast in the foyer at the end of theshow! £11.50, plus buy 10 tickets and receive the 11th ticket free

Monday 16 February 2.30pm - ARNHEM GALLERYKING SILLY AND FRIENDSThe finest selection of acrobats, magicians, jugglers, dancers, jesters,mime artists and puppeteers are gathering at the palace grounds toentertain King Silly and as luck would have it, you can be there too!This fast-paced theatrical extravaganza is packed with liveentertainment, magic, mayhem, music, mischief and more. Theproduction is fun and interactive and you can even meet some of theperformers after the show! Adults £13.50 & Children £11.50

FANTASTICHALF TERM FAM

ILY ENTERTAINMENT!

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Tuesday 17 February 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLBÈLA HARTMANNBèla Hartmann, known for his explorations into the works ofSchubert, returns to Fairfield with a programme spanning the 19th and 20th centuries. The recital culminates in Stravinsky's owntranscription of his ballet Petrushka, posing pianistic challengesfrom the sublime to the absurd! £5, ShowCard £4.50

Friday 20 February 8pm - ARNHEM GALLERYRADIO CLASH – The 1978 Tour Revisited In 1978 John Hessenthaler promoted The Clash on tour atvarious locations throughout the UK. The Coventry Automatics,who later become known as The Specials, were the support.In 2015, almost 37 years later, John Hessenthaler recreates theiconic 1978 concert at Fairfield Halls, performed perfectly insound and vision by Radio Clash. The evening also features,exclusively from The Specials, Neville Staple and his band. Thisshow will definitely Rock the Casbah!£24.75

Monday 16 - Saturday 21February 7.45pm, Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pmASHCROFT THEATRETHE GHOST TRAIN

Starring Jeffrey Holland (Hi-de-Hi!),Judy Buxton (General Hospital),Sophie Powles (Emmerdale), DavidJanson (Keeping Up Appearances),and Tom Butcher (The Bill).

Talking Scarlet presents ArnoldRidley's classic comedy thrillerabout a group of travellersstranded at a remote railwaystation. They react with variousdegrees of credulity to the stationmaster's warning of death toanyone who sets eyes on theghostly train that haunts the line.

£21.25, Concessions £19.25

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Jeffrey Holland

Judy Buxton

Sophie Powles

David Janson

Tom Butcher

‘I’ve yet to see a bad talkingScarlet show. I don’t thinkthey exist’ The Derbyshire Times

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Saturday 21 February 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLBRENDAN COLEA Night to Remember Following his last sell-out tour of Licence to Thrill, BBCStrictly Come Dancing’s Brendan Cole is once again setto dazzle audiences across the UK with his brand newshow, A Night to Remember. Brendan, one of StrictlyCome Dancing’s most charismatic choreographers andperformers, will host throughout as he leads his cast ona journey of music and dance in a spectacular night oftheatrical entertainment. Loaded with ballroom magicand Latin excitement, Brendan’s newest live music anddance extravaganza will be 2015’s must-see show!£31.75, £34.75 & £39.25

Tuesday 24 February 2.30pm - CONCERT HALLSECRET LOVE - A Sentimental Journeythrough the Life and Music of Doris DayDoris Day has had an extraordinary life encompassing the bigband era, Hollywood stardom, financial disaster, domestic tragedy,a TV comeback and tireless campaigning for animal rights. Claudia Morris has been inspired by the voice, wisdom, courageand convictions of one of Hollywood’s best-loved actresses andsingers. Expect plenty of laughs, a few tears and some surprises inthis celebration of Day’s extraordinary music, movies and marriagesfrom one of her most dedicated fans. Accompanied by a live bandand actors portraying key characters in Day’s story, ClaudiaMorris’s account of her idol’s journey is a unique and unmissable,heart-warming, toe-tapping show that sheds a fascinating new lighton the true stories behind such evergreen hits as Que Sera Sera,Sentimental Journey, It’s Magic and many more. £20.75

Tuesday 24 February 7.15pm - CONCERT HALLTHE ROYAL OPERA PRESENTS DER FLIEGENDE HOLLANDERLive Transmission from the Royal Opera House Wagner’s first masterpiece explores the themes of damnation andredemption that would fascinate the composer throughout his career. Inthis tale of a captain forced to sail the seas for eternity unless released bythe faithful love of a good woman, and the lonely girl who longs to savehim, Wagner created two unforgettable characters operating near thelimits of human emotion. Tim Albery’s atmospheric 2009 modern-dressstaging provides an ideal platform on which Bryn Terfel’s turbulentDutchman and Adrianne Pieczonka’s visionary Senta will explore theirpassions and struggle to find salvation in a hostile world. Admired for hisWagner interpretations with the CBSO and at Bayreuth, Andris Nelsonsreturns to steer the orchestra through Wagner’s stormy score. £15

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Monday 23 - Wednesday 25 February 7.45pm,Wed Matinee 2.30pmASHCROFT THEATREALAN AYCKBOURN’STABLE MANNERS

Starring Anna Brecon (Emmerdale), Marcus Hutton(Brookside) and David Callister (The Bill).

Part of the trilogy The Norman Conquests, AlanAyckbourn's hilarious play depicts the interplay betweensix characters over a weekend in the dining room asAssistant Librarian Norman tries to bring happiness tothe lives of the three women present at the house withvarying results.

£20.25, Concessions £16.25

ANNA BRECON(Emmerdale)

MARCUS HUTTON(Brookside)

DAVID CALLISTER(The Bill)

‘Brilliantly performedwith reverence and amasterful sense ofcomedy timing from

all involved’GetWestLondon

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Thursday 26 February 8pm - THE STUDIO

Headline - Carl Donnelly, Host - Mark Smith, Support - Alistair Green.Experience the best stand-up the UK has to offer on the comedy circuit.Featuring Carl Donnelly (Mock the Week, Russell Howard’s Good News)and Alistair Green, hosted by Mark Smith... get to see these talented onesbefore they rise to stardom!

ARE YOU THE NEXT STAND-UP STAR?Do you think you are funny? Can you make your mates laugh? We arelooking for local comedy talent. You will need 5 minutes of material to performin front of an audience and a panel of judges. Winners will then be selectedto appear alongside established comedians at one of our Comedy Networkevents. Interested? Then email [email protected] for more details.

£12. Food available, bar till late. Half price drinks beween 7pm - 8pm. Plus live music from ourresident DJ Fonky-e, playing 80s Groove, Soul, Reggae, Funk & Soulful House. Please call 020 8603 3973 for more information on our fantastic group deals! (Offers not available online)

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Friday 27 February 8pm, Saturday 28 February 3pm & 7.30pmASHCROFT THEATRETHE MOSCOW STATE CIRCUSPark Gorkogo

The Moscow State Circus returns to Fairfield withits latest and greatest production to date, ParkGorkogo. Set in the mystical centre of Moscow'scultural and artistic quarter, Park Gorkogo (GorkyPark) is the perfect backdrop for what isundoubtedly the greatest circus on earth.

This year’s show features the roller-skatingVeslovskis, Yakovlev Vertical Pole Jugglers,incredible feats of strength from the handbalancing of Vladislav Khostik, the graciousaerial skills of Tatiana Goncharova, the KozakWhip Crackers and the revolving Russian Swing,catapulting its 10 strong troupe high into theapex of the auditorium at breakneck speed.

Adults £20.25 - £30.25, Seniors/Children £17.25, Family Ticket £79 & £84

FAMILY SHOW

Our new comedy cabaret!

Presented byFood available

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BILL KENWRIGHT presents

30 MARCH - 4 APRIL

Presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED

JON LEE(S Club 7,

Jersey Boys, Les Misérable)

and introducingJENNIFERHARDING

as Lola

JIMMYOSMOND

STARRING

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HOW TO BOOKInternet: www.fairfield.co.ukTelephone: 020 8688 9291In person: Box Office is open 10am - 6pm (or8pm on show days).

LocationFairfield Halls, The Ashcroft Theatre andArnhem Gallery are at Fairfield Halls, ParkLane, Croydon, CR9 1DG. Nearest Station: East CroydonNearest Tram: East Croydon / George St.Car Parking: Available on our forecourt or innearby NCP.

General EnquiriesT: 020 8681 0821, E: [email protected]

Booking FeesSome shows are subject to a £2.25 booking feeper ticket (reduced to £1 if paying in person, incash) unless otherwise stated. Please note thereis also a charge of 70p applied to alltransactions where postage of tickets isrequired.

DISCOUNTS AND CONCESSIONSGroup discounts and concessions are availablefor some performances (subject to availability).Please call 020 8688 9291 for details. ‘Family’tickets are generally defined as 2 adults and 2children.

CONDITIONS OF SALEWe regret that tickets cannot be exchanged normoney refunded. Full conditions are on displayat the Box Office. All programme details arepublished in good faith, but Fairfield retains theright to make changes when necessary. Alldetails are correct at time of going to print.Please call 020 8688 9291 for full and finaldetails.

Fairfield is managed by Fairfield (Croydon)Limited, a company limited by guarantee,registered in England No. 2778118. Registeredaddress Fairfield Halls, Park Lane, Croydon CR9 1DG. A Registered Charity, Chief Executive:Simon Thomsett. Charity No. 1026483

LOCAL ARTSBELLY DANCE CLASSESEvery Tuesday 6pm in the Terrace Lounge.

THE MOVEMENT FACTORYDANCE ACADAMIESSaturdays from 1pm.

FAIRFIELD YOUTH THEATRESaturdays from 1pm. Please [email protected] for moreinformation.

OTHER EVENTSFriday 5th December 2014THE MAYOR’S CHRISTMAS FAIRSunday 22 February 11am - 4pmSURREY WEDDING FAIRFeaturing 2 catwalk shows, nearly 80exhibitors, plus everything you need for yourperfect day. Free Entry.

Monday 1 - Saturday 13 DecemberSUN LOUNGEKEITH GRAY WILDLIFE ART

Monday 15 - Saturday 20 DecemberSUN LOUNGEA DAY IN THE LIFE OFFAIRFIELD HALLSPhotographic exhibition.

Tuesday 24 February - Saturday 14 March SUN LOUNGEROYAL PHOTOGRAPHICSOCIETY VISUAL ARTSGROUP ANNUAL EXHIBITION

Sundays 11am